Braai Dry Rubbed T-Bone Steak

There are meals that I crave to eat again. The ones that not only tasted delicious but also had a story to them. When I was in college I decided to study abroad in Cape Town, South Africa for six months. Truth be told, I chose South Africa more or less on a whim with my deciding factor of the possibility of adventure. And adventure was abound but the part that still sticks to me now is the culture and the food. I decided to merge both American and South African cuisines with this Braai Dry Rubbed T-Bone Steak.

I had seen a similar recipe online which sparked my inspiration to make this recipe. There is no set “Braai Recipe” but rather it uses a similar set of spices for a delicious rub used on meats. One of my favorite memories was going to a braai in a township of Cape Town and getting copious amounts of meat grilled to order. It was part dance hall, part bbq, part restaurant, part local bar. It was definitely an experience that could not be found outside of South Africa.

What is a Braai?

Braai has several different colloquial meanings in South Africa. In part it is a type of grill (usually a large oil type drum cut in half),  and at its basic meaning it is similar to what a barbeque is in the united states. However the big difference in my experience was that a braai is inherently a social experience. Instead of preparing the food and eating it separately like with most american BBQs, a Braai is typically everyone grilling, eating and socializing at the grill.

How to cook a t-bone steak

To make this steak I assembled the dry rub and then rubbed it all over the steak, making sure to get every surface. I used my cast iron to cook it so that I could get a great sear and crust. I heated my skillet on a high temp with a bit of vegetable oil, then placed the steak in. It cooks quickly, about 4 minutes per a side. I then let it rest for about five minutes before slicing and serving.

This steak would go great with roasted brussel sprouts, steamed broccoli, or mashed potatoes. Or is you really wanted to go full out South African for this meal, a side of pap (a maize porridge) is an absolute must!

Make it a Meal

• Maple Glazed Roasted Carrots
• Balsamic Bacon Roasted Brussel Sprouts
• Creamy Parmesan Polenta
• Roasted Broccoli and Garlic
• Other Side Options

Other Great Beef Dinners

• NY Strip with Red Wine Sauce
• Steak au Poivre
• More Dinner Options

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Braai Dry Rubbed T-Bone Steak

Bring the flavors of South Africa to your table with this Braai Dry Rubbed T-Bone Steak recipe. A delicious dry rub makes this steak a must!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Braai Dry Rubbed T-Bone Steak

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Servings 2

Calories 546 kcal

Ingredients

• 1 T-Bone Steak
• 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil

Dry Rub

• 1/2 Tbsp Salt
• 1/2 Tbsp Ground Black Pepper
• 2 Tsp Paprika
• 2 Tsp Garlic Powder
• 2 Tsp Ground Coriander
• 1 Tsp Cayenne Pepper
• 1 Tsp Cumin
• 1 Tsp Ground Cloves
• 1 Tsp Nutmeg
• 1 Tsp Allspice

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

1. Prepare dry rub by combining all ingredients into a large bowl and stirring until fully incorporated

2. Coat steak with dry rub until all surfaces are covered

3. Heat a skillet on high heat with oil. Place steak in skillet and cook for about 4 minutes per a side or until desired doneness. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Braai Dry Rubbed T-Bone Steak

Amount Per Serving

Calories 546 Calories from Fat 360

% Daily Value*

Fat 40g62%

Saturated Fat 21g131%

Cholesterol 95mg32%

Sodium 1847mg80%

Potassium 733mg21%

Carbohydrates 10g3%

Fiber 4g17%

Protein 37g74%

Vitamin A 1505IU30%

Vitamin C 1.7mg2%

Calcium 79mg8%

Iron 5.8mg32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Arya’s Corner

We gave up on using our collapsible hampers because Arya treated them like a toy. Fast forward a few months and they are now her actual toys. Cats are weird, but hey at least this “toy” is an easy one.